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Molinaro Introduces Comprehensive Bipartisan Package of Legislative Solutions To Help Working Families Access Quality, Affordable Childcare
Washington,
June 6, 2024
Washington, DC - U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) today introduced the Affordable Childcare Act, a bipartisan bill that doubles three different tax credits that help working families access quality and affordable childcare. Rep. Molinaro introduced this bill alongside U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids (D-KS-03). Specifically, this bill will:
Rep. Molinaro said, “Growing up, my family struggled to make ends meet. So I understand the difficult choices working families have to make to access quality child care when costs keep rising. That’s why I introduced this bipartisan bill to put more money in the pockets of working families and help them afford the child care services they deserve.” Rep. Davids said, “Childcare is crucial for setting children up for success, but the high costs force many families to go without it, leading parents to work fewer days or incur unnecessary debt. Growing up with a single mom and limited resources, I understand how much of a difference extra budget flexibility can make. I’m proud to join Representative Molinaro in introducing this bipartisan bill to ensure hardworking families in Kansas and across the country can more easily afford childcare.” This bill has been endorsed by The Early Care & Education Consortium (ECEC) and the First Five Years Fund. |